Position DescriptionThis position will be based onsite in Millersport, OH and will oversee new development, design, entitlement/permitting, and all aspects of construction. As a leader, you will be responsible for managing multiple projects and teams as well as ensuring all projects are in alignment with strategic corporate objectives. Collaboration and integration in the sales lifecycle process including client interface is integral to the role. Coordination and translation of requirements from Vantage's internal subject matter experts ensures long term operational sustainability is preserved while driving towards optimized construction delivery.
Essential Job Functions- Lead all aspects of construction including master planning, pre-construction, design, permitting, entitlements, competitive bidding, team selection, construction, commissioning, and project closeout
- Create and manage project budgets and establish monthly forecasts including variances
- Act as thought leader and drive coordination and integration of internal stakeholders within the project
- Manage direct reports and third-party project management resources and track staffing utilization
- Manage campus-wide execution of development projects from concept through commissioning and prepare various reports on a monthly and/or quarterly basis
- Own resource allocation and project workflow for direct reports and third-party project management continent workforce
- Drive day-to-day construction decisions to conclusion
- QA/QC work products of direct reports to confirm accuracy. Manage inputs and delivery of work products from internal team members to ensure that new data center spaces comply with all applicable requirements (Basis of Design (BOD), specifications, code, lease, etc.)
- RFP (Request for Proposal) creation and management for capital projects and customer builds
- Establish project budgets and submit approval packages to executive team
- Support sales in customer engagement and fulfillment of requirements as tied to leases and manage delivery in accordance with leases
- Partner with Director, Construction Cost & Finance to produce monthly project forecasts including variance analyses as well as execution of Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and project authorizations for new and existing contractors and vendors
- Vendor/Contractor management including qualification and relationship building/maintenance
- Review monthly billing with direct reports, confirm substantiation and audit vs budget
- Ensure 'lessons learned' are held and placed in the feedback loop to drive continuous improvement
- Ensure project team complies with project turnover documentation requirements to Operations
- Work closely with Operations to coordinate design criteria and construction with ongoing maintenance and operation of existing facilities
- Additional duties as assigned by Management
Job Requirements- Bachelor's degree in construction management, or similar field, or equivalent experience
- 10 to 12 years of experience in a management role required, 12 to 15 years preferred
- Complex and technical construction experience is required
- Data Center experience is preferred
- Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a requirement
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools like MS Project or P6
- Travel required is expected to be 10-30% but may increase over time as the business evolves
Physical Demands and Special RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Additional Details- This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
- Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.
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